Ep20 - New Dinghy
Our custom rigid inflatable tender isn’t just another boat. It’s our SUV, dive boat, exploration vehicle, grocery getter, sport car, pick-up truck, tow truck, garbage truck… you name it, we use this gem of a boat to do it!
Our custom rigid inflatable tender isn’t just another boat. It’s our SUV, dive boat, exploration vehicle, grocery getter, sport car, pick-up truck, tow truck, garbage truck… you name it, we use this gem of a boat to do it!
Before we can install our new 55 watt hour LiFePo battery bank, the space needs some serious work. From ensuring a dry space, to sanding, fiberglass, and paint, this space has been transformed into a perfect home for our LiFePo batteries.
Welcome to part two of our Major Engine Maintenance Series. It’s time to tear apart our engines! In this episode Shawn removes every hose, hose clamp, and every component. In the process, he discovers completely clogged hoses, significant corrosion, and rusted parts that must be replaced.
We have two Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75hp engines. With regular maintenance, these engines should comfortably last 10,000hrs and ours have 5,000. Engine maintenance is difficult on a boat. Space is tight, temperatures are often unbearable, and unless you have confidence and experience working on engines, it’s not uncommon
We weren't planning to be here this long. The seasons are changing quickly and with it comes cold temperatures and short days. Everything we own is in two storage containers that are little more than metal boxes. These will certainly have plenty of condensation during the cold months